December weather forecastPurio, Panama

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Purio, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. December's nights observe an average temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Purio, the rain falls for 21.1 days. Throughout December, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. In Purio, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.2 days and collects up to 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Purio, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Purio, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:14 EST.

Sunshine

In Purio, the average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Purio are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.